Russian razor ?

**Walt** · 05-05-2009, 09:13 PM

I believe this razor comes from Russia and I was wondering if anyone has had any experience with Russian razors. I'm hoping someone, maybe hi_bud_gl, could translate the writing on the scales and coffin. As you can see, this is the eBay picture and some of the writing is not very clear. How do Russian razors compare to the other, well known varieties from England, Germany, the U.S., etc? Thanks for any info.

Regards - Walt

**thebigspendur** · 05-05-2009, 10:37 PM

They turn up every now and then. In general most Russian stuff made for export is poor quality. it depends when it was made. That would be the key.

I don't recall anyone ever doing a review on one. Why don't you if you win it.

**Walt** · 05-05-2009, 10:46 PM

Originally Posted by thebigspendur

I don't recall anyone ever doing a review on one. Why don't you if you win it.

OK. It was with a group of razors in a Buy It Now auction, so I did.When it gets here I will put it through its paces and make a report. Heck, I might even start a Russian razor club. But I have the feeling that I might be the only member.

Regards - Walt

**Vashaver** · 05-05-2009, 11:06 PM

Considering its all in Russian maybe it was made for in country and maybe decent steel just a thought I really have no idea. Im sure there had to be some ok Russian makers at some point. Look for export markings.

**nun2sharp** · 05-06-2009, 01:24 AM

I believe its called the "Rocket", but you would have to talk to Sham/Hi bud gl to be sure. I asked him about Russian razors at one time and he asked me why would I want one.

**Pete from Pense** · 05-06-2009, 01:37 PM

As far as the writing, britva meens razor and I think uskaya means narrow but there are probably others on this forum who speak Russian better than me.
In my opinion, some of the old Soviet razors are very good shavers. One of my favorites in my personal collection is a Russian razor that I picked up in Europe and got for very cheap.

**Walt** · 05-06-2009, 07:01 PM

Whoa! I just came across a similar razor on the Singapore eBay with a 'buy it now' price of $99.99. Someone must have a high opinion of this razor, or they are looking for the biggest sucker in the creek. It almost makes me feel guilty for only paying $7. Naahh - not really.

Regards - Walt

**hi_bud_gl** · 05-06-2009, 07:25 PM

Originally Posted by Pete from Pense

As far as the writing, britva meens razor and I think uskaya means narrow but there are probably others on this forum who speak Russian better than me.
In my opinion, some of the old Soviet razors are very good shavers. One of my favorites in my personal collection is a Russian razor that I picked up in Europe and got for very cheap.

Excellent translation and opinion about Russian razor.
i have to add only 1 thing.
if blade made 20-50 years ago period it is good.
New ones i have no idea.

britva razor
uzkaya narrow

is correct translation

**0livia** · 05-06-2009, 08:04 PM

I have one russian blade here that had some frown
and it was the toughest steel I've had to set straight so far.
The upper one of the three here

**Gax1985** · 07-19-2011, 10:23 AM

Originally Posted by Walt

OK. It was with a group of razors in a Buy It Now auction, so I did.When it gets here I will put it through its paces and make a report. Heck, I might even start a Russian razor club. But I have the feeling that I might be the only member.

Regards - Walt

I will join you

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